HCR27W - Fridge HAIER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HCR27W HAIER

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ECR27Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using

this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the

NOTE: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted

position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the

1) Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use

2) This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the

installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in

the installation section.

3) Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always

grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

4) Repair or replace immediately, all electric service cords that have

become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows

cracks or abrasion damage along its length, the plug or the connector

5) Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or before making any repairs.

Note: If for any reason this product requires service, we strongly

recommend that a certified technician performs the service.

6) Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting

7) If your old refrigerator is not being used, we recommend that you

remove the doors and leave the shelves in place. This will reduce the

possibility of danger to children.

8) After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces

in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet.

Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.

9) Do not refreeze foods that have been thawed completely. The United

States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69

reads: “…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if

they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40˚F.

“…Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or

off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice

cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or

questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to eat.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThank you for using our Haier

product. This easy-to-use manual

will guide you in getting the best

use of your refrigerator.

Remember to record the model and

serial number. They are on a label

in the rear of the refrigerator.

Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain

“…Even partial thawing and re-freezing reduce the eating quality of

foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating

quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use

refrozen foods as soon as possible, to save as much of its eating quality

10) This refrigerator should not be recessed or built-in in an enclosed

cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

11) Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old

refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors. Leave the shelves

in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

PARTS AND FEATURES 4

Cleaning and Maintenance 9

Power Interruptions 10

Vacation and Moving Care 10

1. Freezer Compartment

* Features may vary on some models.

PARTS AND FEATURESUnpacking Your Refrigerator

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive

tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside.

2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before

powering on the refrigerator.

Leveling Your Refrigerator

• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front bottom

corners of your refrigerator. After properly placing your

refrigerator in its final position, you can level your refrigerator.

• Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your

refrigerator or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your refrigerator. The

refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are extended.

Proper Air Circulation

• To ensure your refrigerator works at the maximum efficiency it was designed

for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation,

plumbing and electrical connections.

• The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:

Sides……………3/4" (19mm)

1. Remove the top hinge cover by using a flathead

screwdriver. Place the head under the front edge

of the cap and gently lift.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a Phillips

3. Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and

4. Replace the top hinge cover by aligning the rear

of the cover with the rear of the hinge. Press

firmly on the front of the cover until it snaps in

Electrical Requirement

• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with

proper grounding to power the refrigerator.

• Avoid the use of three prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding prong

in order to accommodate a two prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since

it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may result in shock

Use of Extension Cords

• Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under

certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire

extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet that will

accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or

greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

Installation Limitations

• Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or heated,

e.g. garage, etc. Your refrigerator was not designed to operate in temperature

settings below 55˚ Fahrenheit.

• Select a suitable location for the refrigerator on a hard even surface away

from direct sunlight or heat source, e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking

appliances, etc. Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs

located on the front bottom corners of the refrigerator.

NOTE: As the door gets pressed in during shipping, after reversing the door, the

gasket may have to be reset. This is done to prevent the cool refrigerated

air from escaping. If there is a gap between the door gasket and the

cabinet, set the gasket by gently pulling it out to seal the gap.7

Adjustable temperature dial:

Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you select.

The temperature control dial has 5 settings plus "0". 1 is the warmest. 5 is the

coldest. At first, set the dial to 3 and allow 24 hours to pass before adjusting the

temperature to your needs.

(Note: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or

tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before

plugging the unit in.)

Freezer Compartment / Use of the Ice Cube Trays

This compartment is designed for making ice cubes and for short-term food

storage (a few days at most).

WARNING: This compartment is not cold enough to freeze foods safely for more

• If ice cube tray freezes to the bottom of the compartment, pour a little warm

water around it to loosen it. Do not use boiling water, which can damage

plastic parts, or sharp metal objects such as a knife or screwdriver, which can

damage the cooling system tubing. Wash the ice cube tray in lukewarm water

only. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

Refrigerator Interior Shelves

To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:

1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been

2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the shelf back.

• When storing fresh food that is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store food

in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted. This will ensure

proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.

• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.

• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to maximize

• Fruit should be washed and dried, then stored in sealed plastic bags before

storing in the refrigerator.

• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers.

• Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in plastic bags

• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration. This will

prevent unnecessary energy use.

• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased.

• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original

packaging or rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for safe

• Smoked/Cured Meats 7-10 Days

• All others 1-2 Days

Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear

• Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of

the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils.

• The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off.9

Cleaning and Maintenance

Warning: To avoid electric shock, always unplug your

refrigerator before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result

Caution: Before using cleaning products, always read and follow

manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal

injury or product damage.

General: Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda

mixed with warm water. Use sponge or soft cloth, dampened

with the cleaning solution, to wipe down your refrigerator.

• Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

• Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine

bleach, concentrated detergents, solvents or metal scouring

pads. Some of these chemicals may dissolve, damage and/or

discolor your refrigerator.

Door Gaskets: Clean door gaskets every three months according to general

instructions. Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to

assure a proper seal.

• Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets

will keep the gasket pliable and ensure a good seal.

Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the freezer compartment becomes 1/8"

thick. Never us a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage

the cooling coils. (A punctured cooling coil will cause serious damage to the

product and will void the warranty). We recommend using a plastic scraper. To

defrost, remove foods and ice cube tray from the freezer compartment. Make

sure the drip tray is in place and unplug the unit. Defrosting usually takes a few

hours. To defrost faster, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in

the refrigerator. After defrosting, empty water from the drip tray and wash the

drip tray in warm water.

PROPER REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING10

• Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms

or other causes. Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power

outage occurs. When power has been restored, replug power cord

to AC outlet. If outage is for a prolonged period, inspect and discard

spoiled or thawed food in freezer and refrigerator. Clean refrigerator

Vacation and Moving Care

• For long vacations or absences, empty food from refrigerator and

freezer, move the temperature dial to the "0" position and clean

the refrigerator and door gaskets according to "General Cleaning"

section. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.When moving,

always move the refrigerator vertically. Do not move with the unit lying

down. Possible damage to the sealed system could occur.

• The refrigerater should be located in the coolest area of the room,

away from heat-producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of

• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the

refrigerator. Overloading the refrigerator forces the compressor to run

longer and thus increases energy consumption. Foods that refrigerate

too slowly may lose quality or spoil.

• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before

placing in the refrigerator.

• The wire shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper,

or paper towels. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the

refrigerator less efficient.

• Organize food to reduce door openings and extended searches.

Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as

Refrigerator does not operate:

• Check if thermostat control is not in the “OFF” position.

• Check if refrigerator is plugged in.

• Check if there is power at the AC outlet, by checking the circuit breaker.

Food temperature appears too warm:

• Frequent door openings.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach fresh food temperature.

• Check gaskets for proper seal.

• Adjust temperature control to colder setting.

Food temperature is too cold:

• If temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer setting and allow

several hours for temperature to adjust.

Refrigerator runs too frequently:

• This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during high temperature

• Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended period of time.

• Check gasket for proper seal.

• Check to see if doors are completely closed.

Moisture build up on interior or exterior

of the refrigerator:

• This is normal during high humidity periods.

• Prolonged or frequent door openings.

• Check door gaskets for proper seal.

Refrigerator has an odor:

• Interior needs cleaning.

• Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off odors.

Refrigerator door does not shut properly:

• Level the refrigerator.

• Re-align refrigerator door.

• Check for blockages, e.g. food containers, crisper cover,shelves, bins, etc.

Popping or cracking sound when the compressor comes on:

• Check to ensure the refrigerator is level.

• The floor may be uneven or weak. The refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is

moved slightly. Be sure the floor can adequately support the refrigerator. Level

the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims under part of the refrigerator.

• The refrigerator is touching the wall. re-level the refrigerator and move it from

the wall. See the “Installing Your Refrigerator” section.

What is covered and for how long?

This warranty covers all defects in

workmanship or materials for a period of:

12 months labor (carry in only)

12 months parts (carry in only)

5 years sealed system

The warranty commences on the date

the item was purchased and the original

purchase receipt must be presented to the

authorized service center before warranty

repairs are rendered.

EXCEPTIONS: Commercial or Rental

90 days labor (carry-in only)

No other warranty applies

1. The mechanical and electrical parts,

which serve as a functional, purpose of

this appliance for a period of 12 months.

This includes all parts except finish, and

2. The components of the sealed system

e.g. hermetic compressor, condenser

and evaporator from manufacturing

defects for a period of 5 years from the

date of purchase. Any damages to such

components caused by mechanical abuse

or improper handling or shipping will not

1. We will repair or replace, at our

discretion any mechanical or electrical

part which proves to be defective in

normal usage during the warranty period

2. There will be no charge to the

purchaser for parts and labor on any

covered items during the initial 12-month

period. Beyond this period only parts are

covered in the remaining warranty. Labor

is not provided and must be paid by

3. Contact your nearest authorized

service center. For the name of the

nearest service center please call

THIS WARRANTY COVERS APPLIANCES WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES,

PUERTO RICO AND CANADA.

IT DOES NOT COVER THE FOLLOWING:

Damages from improper installation.

Damages in shipping.

Defects other than manufacturing.

D amage from misuse, abuse, accident,

alteration, lack of proper care and

maintenance or incorrect current or

Damage from other than household use.

D amage from service by other than an

authorized dealer or service center.

D ecorative trims or replaceable

Transportation and shipping.

Labor (after the initial 12 months).

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,

EXPRESSED OR, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE The remedy provided in this warranty is

exclusive and is granted in lieu of all other

This warranty does not cover incidental

or consequential damages, so the above

limitations may not apply to you. Some

States do not allow limitations on how long

an implied warranty lasts, so the above

limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights,

and you may have other rights, which vary,

from state to state.

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